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Pair of Maison Jansen Sculptural Folding Chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of polished steel folding chairs with black buttery leather seats.
Category
20th Century American Chaise Longues
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Folding Slat Lounge Chair
Located in West Hartford, CT
A beauty from all angles is this Danish modern teak slat chair that also folds. It has three legs
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Pair of British Campaign Folding and Adjustable Chairs with Extendable Leg Rests
Located in Nantucket, MA
-Century, Colonial British Campaign teak and canvas folding chairs with three back adjustments. The arm
Category
Mid-20th Century Campaign Chaise Longues
Materials
Canvas, Teak
19th Century French Folding Hunt Chair
Located in Evergreen, CO
folding lawn chairs or lounge chairs of today, with a high back and a low seat. The caned seat and back
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Midcentury French Folding Canvas Long Chair, Clairitex Chaise Long de Paquebot
By Triconfort
Located in Vigonza, Padua
polished
Unusual and rare clairitex vintage French folding canvas long chair, Chaise longue de paquebot
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Beech
5 Vintage Niko Kralj Folding Plywood Armchairs, Slovenia, 1950s
By Niko Kralj
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Mid Century Modern Vintage and Ingenious folding "Rex" lounge chairs by Niko Kralj (1920-2013). 5
Category
Vintage 1950s Slovenian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Beech, Birch, Bentwood, Plywood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut And Chenille Upholstered Lounge Chair
By Paoli Chair Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautifully crafted Mid-Century Modern lounge chair by the Paoli Chair Company in Orleans
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Pair of Faux Bamboo French Folding Arm Lounge Chairs
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice pair of unique fax bamboo folding chairs.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Wooden Folding Garden Chairs with Table, 1950s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Midcentury folding armchairs or lounge chairs.
The chairs can be changed from normal garden
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
SS United States Pair of Folding Deck Chairs by Troy Sunshade Co.
By Troy Sunshade Company, Dorothy "Dot" Marckwald
Located in Hanover, MA
These two folding aluminum lounge chairs were made for the SS United States ocean liner and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Siesta Lounge Chair with Cognac Brown Leather by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Vienna, AT
Iconic foldable Scandinavian lounge chair designed by Ingmar Relling. This Version features a high
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Maruni Studio Folding Lounge Chair, Hiroshima, Japan, circa 1948
By Maruni
Located in Camden, ME
Pre-1950 hand turned oak folding lounge chair from the Maruni studio of Hiroshima, Japan.
The
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Ingmar Relling for Westnofa Folding Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Pasadena, TX
A Mid-Century Modern folding lounge chair and ottoman designed by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa of
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Chaise Longues
Materials
Birch
Plona Folding Lounge Chair by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli in 1969, Italy
By Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Hitchin, England
A Plona folding lounge chair designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli in 1969, Italy.
Cognac
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
1970
s Beech Bentwood with Cognac Leather Folding Lounge Chair by Nelo, Sweden
By Ake Fribytter, Nelo
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Extremely rare folding - lounge chair designed by Åke Fribytter for Nelo Sweden made of beech and
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech, Bentwood
Pair Mid Century Scandinavian Modern woven Papercord folding lounge chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair Mid Century Scandinavian Modern woven Papercord folding lounge chairs. Great vintage pair of
Category
Vintage 1960s Macedonian Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Birch
Mid Century Folding Lounge Chairs Made in Yugoslavia after Wegener c 1950/1960
s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of folding lounge chairs, Made in Yugoslavia, after the iconic Wegner masterpiece
Category
Mid-20th Century Macedonian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rope, Beech
Erik Magnussen Pair of
Z
Folding Lounge Chairs in Cognac Leather
By Torben Orskov, Erik Magnussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, 1960s.
Pair of Scandinavian Modern "Z-Down" lounge chairs designed in 1965 by Danish designer Erik
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Calif-Asia, Lounge Chairs, Rattan, Bamboo, USA, 1950s
By Calif-Asia
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of foldable rattan and bamboo low folding lounge chairs, designed and produced by Calif-Asia
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Oak with Woven Seat, Yugoslavia
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Folding lounge chair and ottoman made in Yugoslavia. Made of solid oak with woven seat. Very slight
Category
Late 20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rope, Oak
P 40 Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Vienna, AT
Iconic Italian modern folding lounge chair designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1954.
Seat, back
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Metal
Hans Wegner Ap71 Lounge Chair Package Deal Kristin NY
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
For Kristin NY
Rare Wegner AP71 folding lounge chair designed in 1968. Adjustable back- and
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Hans Wegner AP71 Lounge Chair for AP Stolen, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare Wegner AP71 folding lounge chair designed in 1968. Adjustable back- and headrest in three
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner Ap71 Lounge Chairs Oak Frame and Canvas, AP Stolen (for Shawn, CA)
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
For Shawn, CA
Comfortable Hans Wegner AP71 folding lounge chairs designed in 1968 with adjustable
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rope, Formica, Oak
Hans Wegner AP71 Lounge Chair with Dark Green Fabric for AP Stolen, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare Wegner AP71 folding lounge chair designed in 1968. Adjustable back- and headrest in three
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner Ap71 Lounge Chairs Oak Frame and Beige Canvas for AP Stolen, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Comfortable Hans Wegner AP71 folding lounge chairs designed in 1968 with adjustable back- and
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak, Fabric, Rope, Formica
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chairs "AP-71", Oak
White Savak Wool, AP Stolen, 1968
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Odense, DK
Rare Hans J. Wegner folding lounge chair designed in 1968 and produced at "AP Stolen" in limited
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Takeshi Nii "NY" Set of 2 Folding Chairs for Suekichi Uchida, 1958s, Japan
By Sueki Uchida, Takeshi Nii
Located in The Hague, NL
Set of 2 foldable lounge chairs were designed by Japanese designer Takeshi Nii and manufactured for
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
German Leather Solo 699 Lounge Chair by Stefan Heiliger
By Stefan Heiliger
Located in Paris, FR
Leather Solo 699 folding lounge chair designed by Stefan Heiliger (b. 1941 in Berlin), manufactured
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Takeshi Nii "NY" Folding Rocking Chair
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Buffalo, NY
.
The NY folding lounge chair and ottoman was designed by Japanese designer Takeshi Nii in 1958. He was
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Teak Folding Chair
Located in Winter Park, FL
Mid-Century wood slat folding lounge chair. Made of teak with superb construction using no screws
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Pair of Early 20th Century Campaign Lounge Chairs in the Manner of Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
A very alluring and unique pair of armless folding lounge chairs designed in the manner of Maison
Category
Early 20th Century Campaign Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
Pair of Weathered Vintage Teak Folding Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Vintage pair of teak folding lounge chairs with a lovely distressed and weathered patina. Slat back
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Ingmar Relling Westnofa Leather Lounge Flex Armchair Ottoman Scandinavian MCM
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Dayton, OH
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern flex (folding) lounge chair and ottoman designed by Ingmar Relling
Category
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
1950s Low Patio Set
Table and Two Chairs
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Very low-slung outdoor set comprising a triangular table and a pair of folding lounge chairs, in a
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
1960s Folding Rope Lounge Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Stunning pair of 1960s Hans Wegner style, folding walnut and rope lounge chairs.
Category
20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rope, Walnut
1960s Japanese Folding Sling Lounge Chair in Leather
Wood
Located in Oakland, CA
1960s Low sling lounge chair from Japan constructed of wood and leather with brass fasteners. An
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Bamboo Loungers Wood Japanese Deck Chairs, Outdoor Fold Up Lounge Chairs
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage bamboo wooden Japanese loungers, deck chairs, outdoor fold up collapsible lounge chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Wood
Pair of Folding Z-Down Lounge Chairs by Erik Magnussen
By Erik Magnussen
Located in New York, NY
Pair of folding Z-down lounge chairs by Erik Magnussen in red lacquered tubular steel frames with
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Angel Pazmino Folding Leather Lounge Chair for Muebles de Estilo
By Muebles De Estilo
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This folding chair was designed by Angel Pazmino. It was produced by Muebles de Estilo.
Pazmino
Category
Mid-20th Century Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Angel Pazmino Leather Folding Safari Lounge Arm Chairs Circa 1960s
By Angel Pazmino
Located in Peabody, MA
Pair of folding leather safari arm lounge chairs by Angel Pazmino for Muebles De Estilo of Ecuador
Category
Vintage 1960s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Hans Wegner Folding Chair
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One Hans Wegner folding chair in stained oak and cane, for Johannes Hansen, Denmark 1949.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
French Transat Folding Deck Chair Patio Lounger, Chaise Longue, Beech and Fabric
Located in Labrit, Landes
French folding deck chair or lounger chair, with footrest
Very comfortable for patio or garden
The
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Rope Folding Scissor Lounge Chairs ca. 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Peabody, MA
Pair of mid-century modern rope folding "scissor" chairs in the manner of Hans Wegner. Slight
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood
French Set of Folding Deck Chairs Patio Lounger, Chaise Longue, Beech and Fabric
Located in Labrit, Landes
French folding deck chairs or lounger chairs, with footrest.
Set of three comfortable transat for
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Hans Wegner Folding Rope Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These chairs are a perfect compliment to any room or outdoor space. Sleek and minimal, and ready to
Category
Vintage 1960s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cord, Mahogany
Contemporary FLUX Folding Chair, Dutch Design
Located in Antwerp, BE
The Flux totally unique folding chair saving space has never been so stylish, with the award
Category
Early 2000s Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Pair of AP71 Folding Chairs by Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
stolen Valby in the 1968. Great original condition.
A rare folding oak frame lounge chair with an
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
Japanese Modernist Folding Sling Chair by Uchida
By Uchida
Located in Rochester, NY
Folding 1970s modernist sling chair having a chrome-plated steel framework with wood arm rests and
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Folding Chair after Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish Mid-Century Modern folding chair in the style of Hans Wegner. Interestingly contoured
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Rope
Maruni Mokko of Japan Folding Sling Chairs
By Maruni
Located in Chicago, IL
Maruni Mokko of Japan folding sling chairs,
Quarter sawn oak frame with original brown nylon mesh
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair Folding Campaign Chairs Made in Italy
By La Barge
Located in New York, NY
Pair Campaign chairs made in Italy for La Barge. Faux bamboo oak frames, leather strap arm rests
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Campaign Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, PVC
Hans J. Wegner Folding Chair for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
The Hans J. Wegner folding chair.
Frame of patinated oak, seat and back of original woven cane
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cane
Pair Of Mid Century Folding Chairs Papercord, Yugoslavia 1970s
By Gio Ponti, Hans J. Wegner
Located in München, BY
Pair of mid-century folding chairs made of walnut and woven papercord. Manufactured around 1970 in
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
NY Folding Chair by Takeshi Nii, Japan, 1958
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Rochester, NY
A very good early vintage example of the iconic designed " NY " folding chair by Takeshi Nii
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Two Teak Folding Canvas Adjustable Chairs, British Colonial
Located in Nantucket, MA
Not exactly a pair, more like cousins or his and hers--British Colonial folding teak wood canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century British Colonial Lounge Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Teak
Folding Chair by Phillip Treacy for Royal Parks Academy
By Phillip Treacy
Located in Southampton, NY
Folding chair by English Artist Phillip Treacy
Screen printed on outdoor fabric with wood support
Category
Early 2000s English Lounge Chairs
Materials
Canvas
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Folding Lounge Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the folding lounge chair you’re looking for. Each folding lounge chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and fabric. Find 194 options for an antique or vintage folding lounge chair now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect folding lounge chair — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A folding lounge chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one folding lounge chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen and Takeshi Nii produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Folding Lounge Chair?
Prices for a folding lounge chair start at $279 and top out at $65,000 with the average selling for $2,050.
Finding the Right Lounge-chairs for You
While this specific seating is known to all for its comfort and familiar form, the history of how your favorite antique or vintage lounge chair came to be is slightly more ambiguous.
Although there are rare armchairs dating back as far as the 17th century, some believe that the origins of the first official “lounge chair” are tied to Hungarian modernist designer-architect Marcel Breuer. Sure, Breuer wasn’t exactly reinventing the wheel when he introduced the Wassily lounge chair in 1925, but his seat was indeed revolutionary for its integration of bent tubular steel.
Officially, a lounge chair is simply defined as a “comfortable armchair,” which allows for the shape and material of the furnishings to be extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.
The Eames lounge chair, on the other hand, has come to define somewhat of a universal perception of what a lounge chair can be. Introduced in 1956, the Eames lounger (and its partner in cozy, the ottoman) quickly became staples in television shows, prestigious office buildings and sumptuous living rooms. Venerable American mid-century modern designers Charles and Ray Eames intended for it to be the peak of luxury, which they knew meant taking furniture to the next level of style and comfort. Their chair inspired many modern interpretations of the lounge — as well as numerous copies.
On 1stDibs, find a broad range of unique lounge chairs that includes everything from antique Victorian-era seating to vintage mid-century modern lounge chairs by craftspersons such as Hans Wegner to contemporary choices from today’s innovative designers.
Questions About Folding Lounge Chair
- What is a lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024A lounge chair is a type of recliner that is often accompanied by an ottoman as a footrest. It’s merely a comfortable armchair, and the shapes of lounge chairs as well as the materials used to make this kind of seat are extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.
Similar to recliners, there are many styles of lounge chairs. On 1stDibs, find a broad range of unique lounge chairs that includes everything from antique Victorian-era seating to vintage mid-century modern lounge chairs by craftspersons such as Hans Wegner to contemporary choices from today’s innovative designers. - 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The most comfortable folding chair is really a matter of preference. When shopping for folding chairs, you’ll want to think about how you’ll use them, how often you’ll be using them and if you have a preference with respect to materials. Shop antique, vintage and new folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the folding chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Opinions vary on who designed the folding chair. Chairs designed to fold have existed since the ancient world, with examples found in the tomb of Tutankhamun. Some people argue that the original designer of the modern-day folding chair was John Cram, who patented an idea for a folding chair in 1855. However, others believe that Philip E.G. Harrison should get the credit because his 1931 design more closely resembles the modern-day folding chair. Nathaniel Alexander also contributed to the development of the folding chair with his 1911 chair that included a book rest, as did Frederic Arnold, who created the first folding aluminum chair in 1947. Shop a selection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Chairs that fold up are usually called folding chairs. However, people may refer to them as collapsible chairs as well. Other names for folding chairs designed for outdoor use include deck chairs, beach chairs, lawn chairs, camping chairs and patio chairs. Shop a collection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who invented the folding chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Nathaniel Alexander invented the folding chair in 1911. During the 1950s, demand for the chairs skyrocketed with furniture makers like the Fredric Arnold Company in Brooklyn, New York, producing thousands every day. Find a variety of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- Do butterfly chairs fold up?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and a chair is specificity. A chair is the general term for furniture typically designed to seat one person at a time, and there are many different kinds of chairs, including dining, accent and office chairs. Lounge chairs are another example of a specific type of chair. They are chairs with a footrest that allows you to elevate your feet while sitting. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of chairs.
- What is a sling lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A sling lounge chair is a chair formed of metal or wooden frame to which a piece of flexible material is loosely fitted. It is used to relax while the sitter remains engaged in an activity such as reading a book or having a conversation. Find a variety of vintage and antique sling lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
- Are lounge chairs comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Whether lounge chairs are comfortable or not is a matter of personal opinion. However, providing a comfortable place to sit is the main function of a lounge chair. After all, the addition of the footrest makes it possible to kick up your feet and relax. Many makers design lounge chairs with comfort in mind, adding features like cushioning and/or ergonomic backrests and seats. Explore a wide variety of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
- How long is a lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024How long a lounge chair is varies. However, they are generally longer than other types of chairs to accommodate a user's feet in an outstretched position. Most lounge chairs are between 73 and 80 inches long. Shop a diverse assortment of lounge chairs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What makes a lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Not allowing for deviation, a lounge chair is defined as an armless recliner that is paired with an ottoman and designed for relaxing. It is not a reclining chair and it is not an armchair. This is an interesting category where it’s more about the purpose of the chair than the actual design when you get down to it. Shop a collection of lounge chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a chaise lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A chaise longue chair — or “chaise lounge,” as it is sometimes called in America — is a reclining upholstered sofa that is long enough to support one's legs. A comfortable common ground between sofas and daybeds, early iterations of chaise longues were discovered in Ancient Egypt and were later frequently used in both Greece and Rome. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chaise lounge chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What are lounge chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a variety of names that a lounge chair can be called, like chaise, daybed and settee to name a few. Lounge chairs add a classic touch to any décor. You can shop a collection of lounge chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Opinions vary about what the most comfortable lounge chair in the world is. Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to seating. Generally, lounge chairs that feature cushioning and have ergonomic designs that fit the curves of the human body are comfortable options. One iconic example is the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, which its creators, Charles and Ray Eames, designed to serve as "a special refuge from the strains of modern living." On 1stDibs, find a large collection of lounge chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Although opinions may vary, the most famous lounge chair in the world is arguably the Eames lounge chair. Charles and Ray Eames designed the chair and unveiled it in 1956. The couple famously called their lounge chair and ottoman "a special refuge from the strains of modern living” and described their design as having the "warm receptive look of a well-used first baseman’s mitt." Its design includes a bentwood frame and an upholstered shape topped off with supple leather. Find vintage Eames lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024The difference between a lounge chair and an armchair is the specificity of the term. A lounge chair is a type of comfortable seat that allows a user to relax. It typically features an angled seat that puts the user in a reclined position. Armchair is the term for any seating area chair framed by arms. Most lounge chairs are armchairs. However, there are also many armchairs with straight backs that don't fit the definition of a lounge chair. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of lounge chairs and armchairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023Bedroom lounge chairs are sometimes called chaise longues. The name is French for “long chair” and generally refers to a chair with the length of a sofa and the shape of a chair. It's also acceptable to refer to them simply as lounge chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lounge chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023A fancy lounge chair is sometimes called a chaise lounge. This type of chair has an elongated shape that supports the sitters legs as well as their upper bodies. The name is French and translates to "long chair." On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chaise lounges from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023An indoor lounge chair is sometimes called a chaise longue. However, some people refer to chairs that allow you to elevate your feet while you sit as "lounge chairs," regardless of whether they are indoors or outdoors. Chaise longues differ from recliners, which have moving footrests that can be raised and lowered. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage lounge chairs.
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Marcel Breuer D4
Rope Sling Chair
Tecta D4
Thonet Bentwood Adjustable
Z Folding Chairs Mid Century
Colonial Plantation Chair With Rattan
Hans Wegner Ap71
Japanese Rope Chair
Japanese Sling Chair
Marcel Breuer Folding Chair
Maruni Rope Chair
Ny Folding Chair
Tapiovaara Congo
Yugoslavia Rope Chair